08-25-2022, 11:41 PM
(08-25-2022, 03:42 PM)MarkP Wrote: I assume the TCO employs the quantum disinfection described on the linked website, the description of which sounds like techno-babble to me. Hadn't heard of it before. Sounds great if it works but frankly sounds too good to be true.
Yes. It claims to be good for 200,000 gallons. We use about 20,000 gallons per year (two years going). The system includes a meter to easily see how much water has been processed. Nothing is replaced for the life of the filter, and then the filter is replaced. No extra electricity beyond your pump.
(The 5 and 20 micron filters are still replaced as usual.)
The owner mentioned that they would get calls from properties with new wells who failed their safety tests with UV (2?) systems, and then always pass with the Quantum filter.
I have never tested our water and have no idea if the filter will actually last its lifetime. Especially off-grid coming from nothing but the 5 and 20 micron filters, it seemed like a no brainer.
Of course, there is a non-zero chance that it a scam somehow, but I thought that many people have never heard of it, and information about new tech might be useful.
I believe Todd and his wife, Archer, (owners of Uncle Tilo's) are only focusing on the Quantum systems (and PH control education and Pack) over other plumbing tasks. The two quantum installs (and another earlier quick fix on the groundfos) were done to the highest standards and work ethic.
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I shared the thread with Archer, and she replied regarding the PFAS...
"We don't know much about this at this time. Currently, here on the island we must consider the on going eruption which impacts water quality in terms of it being acidic. Keeping minerals in the tank provides protection on hardware and appliances. We can not stress enough to add the Acid Rain Mineral Pack to the catchment which allows constant minerals."
Cheers,
Kirt